Indian is a 1996 Indian Tamil-language vigilante action film written and directed by Shankar and produced by A. M. Rathnam. The film stars Kamal Haasan in a dual role opposite Nedumudi Venu, Sukanya, Manisha Koirala and Urmila Matondkar. The music composed by A. R. Rahman, while cinematography was handled by Jeeva. The film focuses on an ex-freedom fighter turned vigilante bent on rooting out corruption, and his son, who is at the other end of the spectrum by facilitating corrupt practices leading to some unfortunate events. He is well trained in Varma Kalai, an ancient lethal martial art used for close-quarters combat.
Karnaa is a 1995 Indian Tamil-language action drama film directed by Selva. The film stars Arjun, Ranjitha and Vineetha. It was released on 14 April 1995, and became a box office success.
Sudhandhiram (transl. Independence) is a 2000 Tamil-language crime action film directed by Raj Kapoor and produced by K. R. Gangadharan. The film stars Arjun and Rambha while Raghuvaran, Raadhika and Sharat Saxena play supporting roles. It is a remake of the Hindi film Ghulam (1998) which itself is based on the 1954 American film On the Waterfront.
Moodu Pani is a 1980 Indian Tamil-language psychological thriller film written, directed and filmed by Balu Mahendra. Starring his then wife Shoba and Pratap, with N. Viswanathan, Ganthimathi, Mohan and Bhanu Chander in supporting roles, it is based on two novels: Idhuvum Oru Viduthalai Thaan (1978) by Rajendra Kumar, and The Collector (1963) by John Fowles. The film follows Chandru (Pratap), who has a strong hatred towards prostitutes and would kill any such woman he encounters. He falls in love with Rekha (Shoba) and believes marrying her will end his psychological distress.
Yaan (transl. Me) is a 2014 Indian Tamil-language action thriller film written, directed and filmed by Ravi K. Chandran. It stars Jiiva and Thulasi Nair. This was the second and final Tamil film of leading actress, Thulasi as the latter further quoted of unable to enjoy the deeds of acting. As it never appealed to her taste. The film's soundtrack and score was composed by Harris Jayaraj, while editing and art direction were done by A. Sreekar Prasad and Sabu Cyril, respectively. Resul Pookutty was in charge of the sound mixing and Brinda was in charge of the choreography. The movie was reported to be based on the 1978 movie Midnight Express. It was dubbed in Hindi as Jaan Ki Baazi by Goldmines Telefilms in December 2016. It was dubbed in Telugu as "Rangam 2" (Nene).
Buddhanin Sirippu is a 2015 Tamil language drama film directed by Victor Davidson. The film stars Samuthirakani and Mahesh. Mithra Kurian, Vivek and others were also in the cast. Music for the film was composed by Alimirzaq and the film opened to mixed reviews in June 2015.
NGK is a 2019 Indian Tamil-language political action film written and directed by Selvaraghavan. Suriya in titular role with, Sai Pallavi, and Rakul Preet Singh play the lead roles while Devaraj, Ponvannan, Nizhalgal Ravi, and Rajkumar play pivotal roles. Yuvan Shankar Raja composed the music and Sivakumar Vijayan was the cinematographer. The film was produced by S. R. Prakashbabu and S. R. Prabhu of Dream Warrior Pictures.
Thuppakki Munai is a 2018 Indian Tamil-language action thriller film directed by Dinesh Selvaraj and produced by S. Thanu under his production banner V. Creations. The film stars Vikram Prabhu and Hansika Motwani. Music is composed by L. V. Muthu Ganesh and film edited by Bhuvan Srinivasan. The film released on 14 December 2018.
Kannai Nambathey is a 2023 Indian Tamil-language crime thriller film written and directed by Mu. Maran. The film stars Udhayanidhi Stalin, Prasanna, Srikanth, and Aathmika, while Bhumika, Vasundhara Kashyap, and Sathish play supporting roles. The music was composed by Siddhu Kumar with cinematography by Jalandhar Vasan and editing by San Lokesh. The film released theatrically on 17 March 2023 and received mixed reviews from critics.
Velvi is a 2008 Indian Tamil-language thriller film written, produced and directed by Jeans. The film stars newcomers Vishwa and Hasini, with Madhan, Rajpal, Sakthi, Kadhal Sukumar, Agilan, Pandu, R. Sekhar and Sundari playing supporting roles. The film was released on 10 October 2008.
Nellai Santhippu is a 2012 Indian Tamil-language crime thriller film directed by K.B.B. Naveen and starring Rohith, Bhushan, Megha Nair, and Devika.
Operation Java is a 2021 Indian Malayalam-language crime thriller film produced by V Cinemas International, written and directed by Tharun Moorthy. It stars an ensemble cast including Balu Varghese, Lukman Avaran, Binu Pappu, Irshad, Shine Tom Chacko, Mamitha Baiju and Vinayakan. The story details an investigation undertaken by a cyber cell police station in Kochi. The film released on 12 February 2021 and received positive reviews from critics.
Sardar (transl. Chief) is a 2022 Indian Tamil-language spy action-thriller film written and directed by P. S. Mithran and produced by S. Lakshman Kumar under his production banner Prince Pictures. The film stars Karthi in a dual role alongside Raashii Khanna, Rajisha Vijayan, Chunky Pandey, Laila, Rithvik, Munishkanth, Avinash, Yugi Sethu and Balaji Sakthivel in pivotal roles. The music was composed by G. V. Prakash Kumar, with cinematography handled by George C. Williams and editing done by Ruben. The film marks Hindi film actor Chunky Panday's debut and Laila's comeback to Tamil cinema.
Jai Bhim is a 2021 Indian Tamil-language legal drama film directed by T. J. Gnanavel and produced by Jyothika and Suriya under 2D Entertainment. The film stars Suriya, Lijomol Jose and Manikandan with Rajisha Vijayan, Prakash Raj, Guru Somasundaram and Rao Ramesh others in supporting roles. The film deals with the subject of police bias and state violence against a marginalised community. Based on a true incident in 1993, which involves a case fought by Justice K. Chandru, it revolves around the lives of Sengeni and Rajakannu, a couple from the Irular tribe. Rajakannu was arrested by the police, and was later missing from the police station. Sengeni seeks the help of an advocate Chandru to seek justice for her husband.
IPC 376 is a 2021 Indian Tamil-language horror thriller film directed by Ramkumar Subbaraman and starring Nandita Swetha.
Sandhithathum Sindhithathum is a 2013 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film directed by Balu Anand and starring Sathya, Yudasha, Kumarajan, and Shobaraj. The film is based on a true incident that happened in Bangalore and Nammakal. The film resurfaced in the news in 2021 after Kumarajan's death.
Rudhran is an 2023 Indian Tamil-language action thriller film written by K.P. Thirumaaran, produced and directed by S. Kathiresan under his banner Five Star Creations LLP. The film stars Raghava Lawrence, R. Sarathkumar, and Priya Bhavani Shankar, while Nassar, Poornima Bhagyaraj, Kaali Venkat, Ilavarasu, Redin Kingsley, and Sharath Lohitashwa appear in pivotal roles. The background score was composed by Sam C. S., while the music was composed by G. V. Prakash Kumar, Dharan Kumar, and OfRo.
Irumban is 2023 Indian Tamil-language Drama film written and directed by Keera, and produced by Tamil Bala and R.Vinothkumar under, Lemuria Movies. It features Junior MGR, Aishwarya Dutta, Yogi Babu in the lead roles with Shaji Choudhary, Sendrayan, Raksitha, Aswini, Manimaran, Sampath Ram, Kayal Devaraj playing the pivotal roles. The film was released 10 March 2023 in theatres.
